The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Hungry not only for bread - but hungry for love. Naked not only for clothing - but naked of human dignity and respect. Homeless not only for want of a home of bricks - but homeless because of rejection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that human needs go beyond basic physical requirements; it highlights the importance of love, dignity, and acceptance.
In this quote, Mother Teresa articulates the multifaceted nature of human suffering, pointing out that it is not merely physical deprivation—such as hunger for food, lack of clothing, or homelessness—that causes pain, but also the emotional and social aspects of existence, including the yearning for love, respect, and a sense of belonging. She suggests that true homelessness and hunger include the absence of human dignity and the love that fosters connection and acceptance among people.
Themes
LoveDignityRespectRejectionHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity event, to highlight the need for emotional support in addition to physical aid.
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